Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mountain School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain School's student population of 179 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
81%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain School's ranking?
Mountain School is ranked #258 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mountain School often compared to?
Mountain Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haven Montessori Charter School, Basis Flagstaff, Montessori Charter School Of Flagstaff - Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mountain School?
179 students attend Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mountain School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Mountain School offer ?
Mountain School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mountain School part of?
Mountain School is part of Mountain School Inc. (4203) School District.
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